Last Updated on: 20th May 2022, 11:37 am
Who was Joshua Hellon? Biography, Wiki
A 30-year-old man Joshua Hellon has died after being hit by a BMW while walking the dog with his husband, according to an inquest.
The tragedy happened on Christmas Eve after Joshua Hellon was taking Gracie for a walk with her husband Andrew. The couple looked forward to Christmas and drank Prosecco and ate pizza.
Joshua Hellon’s Age
His current age was 30 years.
Joshua Hellon’s BMW Collision As He Walked Dog With Husband
Andrew said that Joshua wanted to bake a cake too and around 7:30 pm. on December 24, 2020, they walked in the street “very quiet and without traffic.” Mr. Hellon said he was ahead of Joshua and crossing the street while Joshua was behind with Gracie, reports M.E.N.
Joshua Hellon Cause Of Death
In a statement by Andrew, read by Coroner Michael Salt at Rochdale Coroners Court, he recalled Joshua calling his name, but tragically he could not see Joshua when he turned. He had been hit by a BMW along with Gracie after passing between two parked vehicles on Rochdale Road in Middleton.
An ambulance took Joshua to Royal Oldham Hospital, but he was pronounced dead in the early hours of Christmas Day after suffering injuries that were difficult to treat.
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) Serious Collisions Unit investigated the incident, but the investigation found there was not much CCTV in the area and witnesses did not only see parts of the collision. According to a witness living nearby, Joshua got out between two parked vehicles.
The driver told police he saw a pedestrian on his side, who police believed was Andrew but did not see Joshua in an offside position.
What Was The Police Investigation?
Investigators said there was no crosswalk and the damage to the BMW “was not consistent with a high-speed impact.” On reading a police report, Mr. Salt said, “[Joshua] may not have assessed the risk posed by the vehicle.”
After an autopsy, Dr. Philip Lumb’s “Head and spine injuries” as the cause of Joshua’s death. Salt closed a “traffic accident”.
Joshua was born in North Carolina, USA, but lived in Middleton with her husband and worked as a housekeeper. After his death, Joshua’s mother, Sabrina Locklear, paid tribute to him. She said: “He had the biggest smile, he loved being with family and friends.”
“Joshua always spoke his mind and loved to party and have a good time. He was my best friend, loved his dogs, loved music, and loved to dance.”
“She really brought love and laughter wherever she went. Joshua and her husband were very happy together.”
